"Should it be legal for the NYPD to use weaponized drones against individuals or groups?" This was one of several questions posed to New Yorkers last Friday (October 10, 2014) as they walked by Nick Motern's model Reaper drone and a gaggle of the Granny Peace Brigade, who set up a display and survey table … Continue reading New Yorkers Speak Out On DRONE Use By NYPD
HEY SENATORS: TALK TO YOUR CONSTITUENTS ABOUT PALESTINIANS AND ISRAEL!
A short note to share this day of action organized by JEWS SAY NO and JEWISH VOICE FOR PEACE outside the offices of our Senators Schumer and Gillibrand, condemning their support for the Israeli government's systematic violations of the Palestinian people's basic human rights AND their refusal to meet with constituents who do not support … Continue reading HEY SENATORS: TALK TO YOUR CONSTITUENTS ABOUT PALESTINIANS AND ISRAEL!
Remembering Gaza’s Youngest Victims
With so much attention on the Climate March, I don't want to forget our action at City Hall, on 10 Sept, the first fall session of the City Council. Why City Council? Well you will recall, Mayor DiBlasio has stated that his job includes "defending Israel." Many members of the City Council likewise supported Israel's … Continue reading Remembering Gaza’s Youngest Victims
NY City Council Hearing on the Climate March
The Public Hearing on the Climate March was chaired by Donovan J. Richards, with several other members of the Environment Subcommittee joining. The objective was the Resolution 356 to support the Climate March in NYC, 21 Sept 2014 and its objectives, mainly to influence a positive outcome of the upcoming Climate Meetings at the UN … Continue reading NY City Council Hearing on the Climate March
Counter Recruitment at the East Harlem Youth Fair
Barbara Walker, Edith, Marty, and I tabled at the East Harlem Youth Fair, Wednesday 8/13. We provided materials and conversation concerning military recruitment, Drone issues, and the September Climate March in NYC. Although there were fewer teens at the fair than usual, our Truth or Myth question board attracted some and several were unsure of … Continue reading Counter Recruitment at the East Harlem Youth Fair
Remembering Hiroshima and Nagasaki
Dear Sisters, What a meaningful event....the silent vigil remembering Hiroshima and Nagasaki on August 6, the 69th anniversary year. (Click on photos for larger images.) Wonderful signs made by Eva-Lee forming a solid line on the steps of the 42nd Street Library. So many passers by did stop to read each sign. And many photos … Continue reading Remembering Hiroshima and Nagasaki
The United States-Israel-Palestine — some thoughts
On August 1st a reporter on Aljazeera America News describing the carnage in Rafah said “today I saw several children…I have to say…I have never seen children look so shell shocked.” On the internet there is a picture of a very young child sitting on stones next to dead parents. Has our Government no memory, … Continue reading The United States-Israel-Palestine — some thoughts
Reading the Constitution on the 4th of July
Dear Friends, Just to share the almost perfect day in Central Park for the reading of the Constitution. It was really cool in more ways than one......towards the end, light rain.....and then heavier. But spirits were high, even though this year, due to our location on the grass near Colombus Circle, we didn't have much … Continue reading Reading the Constitution on the 4th of July
Anti-Drone Action in Harlem elicits a surprisingly strong police presence!
We were back at our usual spot in front of the Recruiting Station on Lennox Ave/125th St. sharing information on the latest drone news that can affect NYC residents: the recent statements by Police Commissioner Bill Bratton who said "I'm supportive of the concept of drones, not only for the police but for public safety … Continue reading Anti-Drone Action in Harlem elicits a surprisingly strong police presence!
Eighth Annual Mother’s Day Peace Stroll
What a wonderful day: warm, sunny, good spirits all around. Maybe we totaled 40, which included Raging Grannies who sang many songs at Columbus Circle, 82nd St stop and at the Met.... the wonderful Rude Mechanical Orchestra that added so much to the stroll, families: Joan's and Nydia's and supporters from Brooklyn for Peace … Continue reading Eighth Annual Mother’s Day Peace Stroll
Granny Peace Brigade 